Leica D-LUX 5 vs Panasonic 3D1

Below, we are matching up the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very well matched but the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and 3D1 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The D-LUX 5 was introduced 13 months before the 3D1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the D-LUX 5 grades against the 3D1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica D-LUX 5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are provided at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Leica D-LUX 5 enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Panasonic 3D1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the D-LUX 5 vs the 3D1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D-LUX 5 and 3D1 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D-LUX 5 and 3D1.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D-LUX 5 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic 3D1 will give you more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged D-LUX 5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.